Apple iPhone 13 mini vs Samsung Galaxy A26

Our Verdict: Apple iPhone 13 Mini 5G and Samsung Galaxy A26 suit different priorities. The iPhone is stronger for portability, helped by a sharper 477 PPI display, its Super Retina XDR OLED panel, and a lighter 141g body, while the Samsung is better suited to a larger 6.7-inch screen, its Super AMOLED panel, and a higher-resolution 50MP rear camera. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Software may decide it too: the iPhone keeps you in Apple's iOS ecosystem, while the Samsung is the Android choice. Choose the iPhone for portability; choose the Samsung if display quality matters more.

Over a full contract, the A26 works out around £384 all-in, about £151 less than the iPhone 13 Mini.

Expert Rating
4.3
10 reviews
3.6
10 reviews
Screen
5.4" 6.7"
Display
Super Retina XDR OLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
477 385
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic 5nm Exynos 1280
Battery
2,406 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Apple iOS Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e- SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight
141 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£19.00/mo (£29.00 upfront) £14.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£179.99 £239.00
Apple iPhone 13 mini Apple iPhone 13 mini Samsung Galaxy A26 Samsung Galaxy A26
Expert Rating 4.3
10 reviews
3.6
10 reviews
Screen 5.4" 6.7"
Display Super Retina XDR OLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2340 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 477 385
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic 5nm Exynos 1280
Battery 2,406 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Apple iOS Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e- SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm 164 x 77.5 x 7.7 mm
Weight 141 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £19.00/mo
£29.00 upfront
£14.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £179.99 £239.00
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Cheapest Deals

Apple iPhone 13 mini
Apple iPhone 13 mini

24 Months

128GB

(PRODUCT) RED

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£19 per month, £29 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy A26
Samsung Galaxy A26

24 Months

128GB

Black

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£14.79 per month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy A26 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A26 is cheaper on contract at £383.96 over the life of the deal from £14.79 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Samsung Galaxy A26 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Apple iPhone 13 mini's 5.4", the Apple iPhone 13 mini has the sharper display at 477 pixels per inch versus 385, and the Apple iPhone 13 mini uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A26 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £179.99.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy A26 use?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Samsung Galaxy A26 uses the 5nm Exynos 1280 .

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is the more portable of the two: it's 59g lighter at 141 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 131.5 x 64.2 x 7.7 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 mini or Samsung Galaxy A26?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Samsung Galaxy A26 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 mini and Samsung Galaxy A26 run?

The Apple iPhone 13 mini runs Apple iOS and the Samsung Galaxy A26 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.